February 2010 Issue of Municipal Sewer & Water

A town in the high desert of Idaho finds answers to its aging infrastructure challenges by studying and applying a wide range of trenchless technology approaches

Many wastewater collection system technicians have had this experience: You need to inspect a line, or set up a skid for waterjet cleaning, but from your vantage point in the street you can’t confidently tell if the pipe is 6-inch or 8-inch. And you’d rather not perform a confined-space entry to go down the manhole and use a tape measure.

The LETS inspection system from Aries Industries lets municipal and contractor crews expedite evaluation of private sewer laterals by looking in from the mainline

A progressive program helps keep fats, oils and grease out of sewers, while a new technology turns it into high-quality fuel for use or sale

A trapping device tested in the nation’s capital skims debris from stream surfaces, helping to keep waterways clean

The James City County Stormwater Division engages residents by reminding them that clean water protects one of their favorite delicacies

Leading a team requires an array of special skills, including the ability to envision the organization’s long-term needs

Committees help NASSCO make critical progress in initiatives including software validation, CIPP training, and government relations

Wastewater agencies find that certification initiatives pay dividends in more knowledgeable, more engaged and more effective team members

On Feb. 27, country favorites from past Saturday Evening Jams will hit the stage to celebrate the 30th Pumper & Cleaner Expo